Biting the Apple is an album led by saxophonist Dexter Gordon recorded in 1976 and released on the Danish SteepleChase label.Dexter Gordon discography, accessed March 24, 2015SteepleChase Records discography, accessed March 24, 2015 The album was released in the U.S. in collaboration with Inner City Records. The album's title refers to Gordon's return to New York City for a 1976 performance after living abroad for many years.Allan, William (December 11, 1977). "Jazz is back...big...on Records". The Pittsburgh Press.
Reception
In his review for AllMusic, Scott Yanow said "It is highly recommended, as are all of Dexter Gordon's SteepleChase recordings from this period".
Track listing "Apple Jump" (Dexter Gordon) – 11:28 "I'll Remember April" (Gene de Paul, Patricia Johnston, Don Raye) – 7:30 "Georgia on My Mind" (Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorrell) – 9:58 Bonus track on CD reissue "Blue Bossa" (Kenny Dorham) – 8:49 Bonus track on CD reissue "Skylark" (Carmichael, Johnny Mercer) – 8:36 "A La Modal" (Gordon) – 10:05
Personnel Dexter Gordon – tenor saxophone Barry Harris – piano Sam Jones – bass Al Foster – drums
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